Psychotherapy West Cork - Jana Hayes Therapy
Therapy is not about fixing you; it's about finding you
Psychotherapy West Cork - Jana Hayes Therapy
Therapy is not about fixing you; it's about finding you
About Jana Hayes Therapy
My Background
Hi! I’m Jana (she/her). I’m originally from Barcelona, but since 2012 I’ve been lucky to call a beautiful corner of West Cork home.
My path into psychotherapy was shaped by my own lived experiences—through loss, grief, trauma, and the many ups and downs that come with life’s big transitions. These moments led me to study Psychology, and eventually complete a Master’s in Psychotherapy.
Becoming a mother was another turning point for me. It opened my eyes to the emotional intensity of the perinatal period, and inspired me to specialise in Perinatal Mental Health—so I can offer the kind of support I wish I’d had during that time.
I hold a BSc (Hons) in Psychology, a Postgraduate Diploma in Clinical and Health Psychology, and a Master of Arts in Integrative Psychotherapy and Counselling.
I have also done CPD and certified trainings in:
Perinatal Mental Health
Birth Trauma Resolution Therapy
Trauma Informed Care
Traumatic Grief
Compassion Focused Therapy
Anxiety
Diversity in the Therapy Room
Mindfulness
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Dialectical behavioural Therapy (DBT)
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
Support after a miscarriage or Infant Loss
Fertility Counselling
Professional Certificate in Couples Therapy
I am a fully accredited member of the Association of Professional Counsellors & Psychotherapists in Ireland (APCP - M11259).
My Therapeutic Approach
As an integrative psychotherapist, I believe that one size does not fit all. I draw from a range of therapeutic approaches to support each client in a way that feels most meaningful and effective for them. My goal is to create a safe, collaborative space where you feel heard, respected, and empowered to work toward your goals at your own pace.
I work through a Trauma-Informed Care lens, which means prioritising safety, choice, and trust. I follow a humanistic-relational approach, integrating CBT and other third-wave therapies like Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) into our work.
I see You as the expert of your own experience. While I offer psychoeducation grounded in neuroscience and evidence-based research—to help make sense of what you may be feeling—your story is unique. Together, we will explore what healing looks like for you.
I offer therapy in English, Spanish, and Catalan, in person and online psychotherapy.
Maternal Mental Health
I have Specialist training in Perinatal Mental Health, Birth Trauma and Fertility Counselling, and my own lived experience of motherhood. This means I have a strong understanding of how pregnancy, birth, and early parenthood can affect our emotional wellbeing—especially when things don’t go as expected.
This background helps me offer therapy that’s sensitive, supportive, and tailored to the unique challenges of the perinatal period. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, anxious, struggling after a miscarriage, infertility, a difficult birth, or simply needing space to process your experience, I bring both knowledge and compassion to help you feel heard, understood, and supported.
Therapeutic Services in West Cork and Online
Individual Therapy
Birth Trauma Therapy
Birth Trauma Therapy
Together, we can explore what feels challenging for you right now—at your pace, and from wherever you are.
I offer sessions both online and in person. Each session lasts 60 minutes and is priced at €60.
Feel free to get in touch to arrange a free 15-minute consultation. It’s a chance for us to connect and see if working together feels like the right fit for you.
Birth Trauma Therapy
Birth Trauma Therapy
Birth Trauma Therapy
This approach is designed to bring relief from the overwhelming symptoms of birth trauma and PTSD.
I will gently support you through the process of reprocessing and integrating trauma memories, helping them lose their emotional intensity and become part of your broader life story.
This method can be used to support healing from a wide rang
This approach is designed to bring relief from the overwhelming symptoms of birth trauma and PTSD.
I will gently support you through the process of reprocessing and integrating trauma memories, helping them lose their emotional intensity and become part of your broader life story.
This method can be used to support healing from a wide range of birth-related and reproductive traumas, including IVF experiences, miscarriage, and the devastating experience of infant loss.
60 minutes - 60€
Low Cost Therapy
Low Cost Therapy
Low Cost Therapy
I understand that finances can sometimes be a barrier to getting support. To help make therapy more accessible, I offer a sliding scale for those who need it.
If this would be helpful for you, we can talk it through together.
Couples Therapy
Low Cost Therapy
Low Cost Therapy
“Similarities bring us together, differences help us grow”
I offer couples therapy for those who feel stuck, disconnected, or caught in repeating patterns. My approach provides a supportive and neutral space to understand what is happening in your relationship, improve communication, and explore new ways of relating—at a pace that feels manageable for both of you.